Robert is a proud soldier in the Australian Defence Force, dedicated to his role—but injuries from service were catching up with him. He kept quiet, worried that speaking up or lodging a DVA claim would derail his career. His chain of command echoed the same outdated, misguided message: “Don’t put in a claim until you discharge.” No reason. No logic. Just bad advice that could have cost him thousands and delayed his recovery.
Thankfully, Robert got in touch with VetComp to set the record straight. They explained that not only can serving members lodge DVA claims—they absolutely should. The sooner, the better. With VetComp’s help, Robert began the process while still in uniform, protecting both his health and his financial future.
Robert, a 22 year old full-time soldier in the Australian Defence Force employed as an infantry soldier at 6 RAR. A quiet professional—first in, last out—and someone who genuinely loved his job. But after years of pushing through pain and brushing off injuries, his body was struggling to keep up. And still, he kept going.
Why?
Because as soon as he started thinking about DVA claims, the unjust “warnings” rolled in from his chain of command:
“It’s not worth it.”
“Wait until you discharge.”
“You don’t want to draw attention to yourself.”
There were no facts. No proper guidance. Just fear and bad advice dressed up as mentorship.
So Robert stayed silent. He strapped his knee, iced his shoulder, and chalked up the mental toll to “just part of the job.” But deep down, he knew things weren’t right—and he was terrified that putting his hand up would cost him the very career he was trying to protect.
It wasn’t just about pride. Like many young diggers, Robert had already shelved his dream of buying a home. The Brisbane property market felt miles out of reach on a private’s pay. His injuries only added to the uncertainty of his future.
Take the first step by contacting our dedicated team of experts, who stand ready to simplify the process, advocate for your rights, and provide the holistic support you need for a brighter future.
Then a mate pointed him to VetComp.
Robert didn’t expect much when he sent the enquiry—just a quiet sense of desperation and nowhere else to turn. But from the very first contact, VetComp was different. They weren’t interested in the scare tactics. They listened—and then gave him something he hadn’t received in years:
The truth.
“You can lodge a claim while serving.”
“You won’t be punished for being injured.”
“You’re entitled to support because of your service—not in spite of it.”
What followed was the kind of support every serving member should have. VetComp handled the paperwork, organised off-base medical appointments around his schedule, and helped Robert link his injuries directly to his service record—dates, incidents, everything. No guesswork. No half-measures. Just a solid, evidence-based claim.
Within months, Robert received DVA compensation. Not a handout—just a fair result for what he’d been through. That payout changed everything. It became the deposit for his first home in Brisbane—something he’d been told would have to wait until long after he left Defence.
Today, Robert is still proudly serving in the ADF, doing the job he loves. But now, he’s also thinking ahead. With his first property secured and DVA support behind him, he’s planning to use his ADF housing entitlements to start building a full property portfolio—something he never thought possible just a year ago.
Take the first step by contacting our dedicated team of experts, who stand ready to simplify the process, advocate for your rights, and provide the holistic support you need for a brighter future.
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